On the record
The truth must be told,--not in anger, but in sadness.
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Sumner emphasizes the importance of conveying truth with a sense of sadness rather than anger.
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In this contest, we may borrow from the ancient Greek, who, when his hands were cut off, fought with his stumps, and even with his teeth.
Nay, more,--if it would be criminal in these several clusters of States to reëstablish the Institution of War as Arbiter of Justice, then is it criminal in the Commonwealth of Nations to continue it.
It is a cause which, though long kept in check throughout our country, as also in Europe, now confronts the people and their rulers, demanding to be heard.
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
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